Learning Disabilities and Behaviour in Neurofibromatosis Type 1 Patients

Neurofibromatosis type 1 is well known for its physical manifestations but learning and behavioural impairments are in fact a significant cause of morbidity. The last two decades has seen a great increase in research into understanding the neuropsychological phenotype of NF1 and great strides are being made into discovering treatments for these impairments based on this understanding. Although there is wide variability in the psychological and behavioural phenotype, there are a number of core features that have been identified. The aim of this chapter is to summarise the current knowledge and research in this area.